Question
A 17-day-old neonate has been diagnosed with intracranial hemorrhage and ventriculomegaly, but the exact time of the hemorrhage cannot be determined. Currently, the neonate’s symptoms are not apparent, feeding is good, and body temperature is normal. The family is worried whether they have missed the better treatment opportunity and inquires whether it is still possible to undergo treatment in this situation.
Answer
Neonatal intracranial hemorrhage, also known as hemorrhagic cerebrovascular disease or hemorrhagic stroke, usually occurs due to the rupture of blood vessels in the brain, causing blood to leak into the cranial cavity. This condition is related to factors such as birth trauma and hypoxia, especially in preterm infants weighing less than 1500g at 34 weeks of gestation, where the incidence rate reaches 40% to 50%. The prognosis depends on factors such as the location and amount of bleeding. It is recommended to provide relevant examination results…